The film "Baby John," starring Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon, was expected to perform well at the box office. Released on Christmas Day, the film earned ₹11.25 crore on its opening day, raising hopes of a b run. However, the initial sparkle quickly faded, and the film's momentum slowed down.
Sunday Surge, Monday Slump
Taking advantage of the holiday weekend, "Baby John" collected ₹4.75 crore on Sunday. However, the film experienced a significant drop in earnings on Monday. On its sixth day, Monday, the film generated only ₹1.45 crore, a disappointing result for a film starring a major star.
Total Collection in Six Days: Nearly ₹30 Crore
According to Sacnilk's report, "Baby John" has collected a total of ₹30.01 crore in India over six days. Given this figure, it seems unlikely that the film will reach the ₹50 crore club.
Facing Stiff Competition from Pushpa 2
A major reason for "Baby John's" poor performance is the concurrent release of Allu Arjun's superhit film, "Pushpa 2." "Pushpa 2" has already established a b presence in cinemas, leading to a lack of sufficient audience support for "Baby John."
Is Varun Dhawan's Star Power Waning?
This performance has raised questions about Varun Dhawan's star power. Several of his recent films have not performed exceptionally well at the box office. Therefore, "Baby John's" failure could potentially impact Varun's career trajectory.
Lack of Novelty in the Storyline
"Baby John," an action-drama film starring Varun Dhawan, centers on the struggles and responsibilities of a protagonist. However, audiences found the storyline unoriginal, echoing many other films. A weak script and a simple screenplay are cited as key contributors to the film's underperformance.
What Next?
The film now relies on weekend audiences for a potential turnaround. After a slow performance during weekdays, "Baby John" is expected to see improved collections over the coming weekend.
What Lessons Should the Makers Learn?
"Baby John's" performance signals that audiences are no longer solely impressed by big stars and large budgets. They demand compelling stories and films with innovative approaches.
Will Varun Dhawan Make Changes?
Varun Dhawan should re-evaluate his film selection process. The failure of "Baby John" demonstrates the necessity of b content to attract audiences. Future performances will reveal whether Varun incorporates these lessons and meets audience expectations.
